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Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry Guide

Dave Briggs
By Dave Briggs · Published 2023-05-04 · Last updated 2026-09-06
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Ferries sail from Rhodes to Astypalea in season, and the crossing takes as little as 4 hours. The snapshot above has the current days, departure times and fares.

Ferry Snapshot: Rhodes to Astypalea

  • Sailings on 4 of the next 14 days
  • Crossing time from 4 h, up to 10 h
  • Earliest departure 08:00, latest 16:00
  • Operated by Blue Star Ferries and Dodekanisos Seaways
  • Tickets from €21
  • Boats on this route typically have: cabins, vehicle garage, restaurant, cafe bar, shop, Wi-Fi
Rhodes to Astypalea September 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
08:00Thu only, until 24 Sep4 hDodekanisos Seaways – Dodekanisos PrideBook
16:00Mon only10 hBlue Star Ferries – Blue Star PatmosBook
Rhodes to Astypalea October 2026 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
16:00Mon only, until 26 Oct10 hBlue Star Ferries – Blue Star PatmosBook
Rhodes to Astypalea April 2027 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
08:00Thu only, from 15 Apr4 hDodekanisos Seaways – Dodekanisos PrideBook
Rhodes to Astypalea May 2027 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
08:00Thu only, from 6 May4 hDodekanisos Seaways – Dodekanisos PrideBook
Rhodes to Astypalea June 2027 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
08:00Thu only, until 24 Jun4 hDodekanisos Seaways – Dodekanisos PrideBook
Rhodes to Astypalea July 2027 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
08:00Thu only4 hDodekanisos Seaways – Dodekanisos PrideBook
Rhodes to Astypalea August 2027 Ferry Timetable
DepartsDaysDurationFerry
08:00Thu only, until 26 Aug4 hDodekanisos Seaways – Dodekanisos PrideBook

Snapshot updated 13 September 2026 from published operator timetables (currently released to 31 August 2027). Booking links may earn us a commission at no extra cost to you.

On this page
  1. Rhodes Astypalea Ferries
  2. Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry Crossings in May
  3. Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry June
  4. Ferries from Rhodes to Astypalea in July
  5. Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry Crossings in August
  6. Rhodes to Astypalea Ferries in September
  7. Greece Travel Information at a glance
  8. Rhodes to Astypalea ferry FAQ
rhodes to astypalea ferry guide

Rhodes Astypalea Ferries

There are many islands near Rhodes you can travel to by ferry, and Astypalea is one of them. Also a Dodecanese island, you can reach Astypalea in as little as 4 hours on a ferry from Rhodes.

Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry Crossings in May

Boats on this route run on set days rather than every day, so in May it pays to build your island hopping around the sailings rather than the other way round.

Check the latest schedules for Greek ferries and buy ferry tickets online at Ferryscanner.

DODEKANISOS PRIDE FERRY

Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry June

Journey times in June depend a great deal on which boat you end up on, ranging from as little as 4 hours to somewhere around 9 and a half hours on the slower crossings.

Check timetables and purchase tickets for ferry trips online at Ferryscanner.

Ferries from Rhodes to Astypalea in July

July is high season in the Dodecanese, and if your dates are fixed it is sensible to book the crossing well before you travel.

Check which days they sail, and ticket prices at Ferryscanner.

Rhodes to Astypalea Ferry Crossings in August

August is the busiest month of the year for island hopping in Greece, and tickets for popular sailings can sell out.

Check the latest schedules and ferry ticket prices at Ferryscanner.

Rhodes to Astypalea Ferries in September

Towards the end of September the summer schedules begin to wind down, so confirm the sailing you want before you commit to onward travel from Astypalea.

Check the latest schedules for ferries and buy ferry tickets online at Ferryscanner.

Also read:

Greece Travel Information at a glance

Island hopping: Use Ferryscanner to book your ferry tickets for traveling between the Greek islands.

Get around: Book a rental car with Discover Cars

Tours: Experience tours, excursions and day trips in Greece using Get Your Guide

Rhodes to Astypalea ferry FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this ferry route:

How long is the ferry from Rhodes to Astypalea?

The quickest crossing takes as little as 4 hours. Slower sailings that call at other islands on the way can take up to around 9 hours 30 minutes, so check the duration on the sailing you pick.

Do ferries from Rhodes to Astypalea run every day?

No, boats on this route sail on set days rather than daily, and in a typical fortnight you will only find crossings on a few of those days. It pays to build your island hopping around the sailings rather than the other way round.

How much does a ferry ticket from Rhodes to Astypalea cost?

Passenger fares start from around €21. Faster boats, cabins and vehicle spaces cost more.

Where do I buy tickets for the Rhodes to Astypalea ferry?

You can check the current schedules and buy tickets online at Ferryscanner. Booking ahead is sensible on a route where the sailings are only on certain days.

Is Astypalea one of the Dodecanese islands?

Yes, Astypalea is a Dodecanese island, the same group as Rhodes.

What time should I be at the ferry port in Rhodes?

Give yourself half an hour before departure. That is enough to collect tickets, sort out luggage and walk to the boat without rushing.

Should I pay for a cabin on the way to Astypalea?

For an overnight sailing, or any crossing running past about six hours, a cabin makes the journey much easier. Shorter daytime legs do not call for one.

Dave Briggs, writer at Dave's Travel Pages
Dave Briggs
Dave is a UK travel writer living in Athens since 2015. With 20 years of firsthand travel experience and over 80,000 km of bicycle touring across six continents, he's been blogging at Dave's Travel Pages since 2005. Every guide is based on places he's actually been.
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